How do you get rid of old totes?
Companies like Schuetz offer tote recycling programs that handle all of it for you….Contact Schuetz in three easy ways:
- Call (888) SCHUETZ or (888) 724-8389.
- Complete an online ticket.
- Fax ticket to (908) 595-9618 or (908) 595-9625.
What do I do with empty IBC?
Though empty IBC Totes waste space and resources, companies should not throw out used IBCs. IBC disposal must be in compliance with strict federal, state and local environmental regulations. The Cary Company can work out proper disposal and recycling of a variety of totes and intermediate bulk containers (IBC’s).
Are IBC totes recyclable?
The nuts and bolts of reusing IBCs Because IBC totes are among the most expensive shipping containers available, they are commonly reused and recycled. Their cost and durability offer companies great incentive to reuse these containers, with some IBC totes even manufactured with reuse as the main goal.
What can I do with plastic tote lids?
- Use various lids to corral glitter, beads, etc. while doing craft projects.
- Put a plastic lid under your hot glue gun to catch drips.
- Use large plastic lids as food dishes for small pets.
- Use large plastic lids under indoor flower pots to catch water and soil runoff. Brightly colored lids would look especially cute!
What are empty totes?
A container that held a non-pourable hazardous material or hazardous waste such as viscous materials, sludges, or “caked” solids is empty when no material remains in the container that could be removed by scraping, chipping, or other physical methods. A thin uniform film is considered acceptable.
Can IBC totes be stacked full?
IBC totes are designed for stacking during storage, transport, and operation, when filled or empty of cargo. Most IBCs are suitable for 2 high full stacking; 3 high full stacking is mostly recommended for smaller capacity IBCs.
How long do IBC totes last?
The great thing about intermediate bulk containers is that they’re reusable. That means, if properly maintained, an IBC can last for years. It’s recommended that a quality assurance check be carried out on an IBC water tank every two to three years to ensure it still meets safety requirements.
Can you recycle plastic cup lids?
The lids are widely considered recyclable and can generally go in the plastic or comingled recycling bin.
How do you recycle Tupperware lids?
Plastic food storage containers and lids-such as Tupperware containers-that have the 1 or 2 recycling symbol on the bottom are accepted in almost all local recycling programs, provided they are empty, clean and dry. Recycle with the lid attached. Most recycling programs also accept #5 plastics.
Are empty totes HazMat?
Ship empty totes as fully regulated HazMat.
How do you dispose of empty containers?
Metal containers must be triple-rinsed with water or other suitable solvent and air-dried. If the container is free of hazardous chemical residues, it may be placed in the regular laboratory trash. Otherwise, it should be disposed as medical waste.